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Thursday October 24,19% Vol.CXXIXNo.40
Headlines
Women of Troy end UCLA curse
The USC women's soccer team rallied twice to beat UCLA for the first time in six tries, 3-2, at the Coliseum on Wednesday. USC is now 12-4 on the year and 4-2 in Pac-10 play.
Sports, page 16
L.A. not just a cement metropolis
Despite the fact that Los Angeles may seem like a large, daunting city full of cement and metal, there's much to be found in the way of hiking trails in and around the city.
Diversions, page 8
Why we should care about welfare
Welfare reform has left many American children hungry and discouraged. Editorial writer Michael Baker tells us why we should pay attention to the reform act, and how to take action against it.
Viewpoint, page 4
F.Y.I.
Photo exhibit opens, discussion
Eyewitness 1996, an exhibition of press photographs of 1995 as selected by the World Press Photo Foundation, will be on display at the Simon Wiesenthal Center's Museum of Tolerance through Nov. 17.
Eyewitness 1996 presents the major events, issues and personalities of 1995. The more than 175 award-winning color and black and white images were chosen from almost 30,000 entries.
For more information, call (310) 553-9036.
• t •
"The Impact of Japan's Past on Her Future,' will be discussed today at the Fairfax Older Adult Service and Information System (OASIS) Center, 6282 W. Third St. in Los Angeles.
The discussions, co-sponsored by USC's Emeriti Center, start at 10:30 a.m. and end at noon. Admission is free and the public is invited. For more information, call (213) 931-8969.
Newspaper of the University of Southern California
New pavilion replaces VKC lounge
By Nik Trendowski
Slaff Writer
Construction on the Von KleinSmid Center lounge will transform the space into a new pavilion for environmental studies and student groups by mid-November.
The Tyler Environmental Prize Pavilion, named for donors John and Alice Tyler, includes the renovation of the first-floor lounge and surrounding hallways, a total of 2,950 square feet, according to information from the Office of Planning, Design and Construction.
Sheldon Kamieniecki, chair of the department of political science and director of the environmental studies program, said the pavilion will be dedicated during a conference on environmental science, policy and global security on Nov. 18 and 19.
"They're doing a really nice job," Kamieniecki said. "It should be beautiful."
Kamieniecki said that environmental stud-
ies events would have first priority to use the new lounge and that Student Action for the Environment and other student groups would be able to arrange to use the pavilion during other times.
"It's taking space that really wasn't being used and making it available,' he said.
The lounge, which was dank, brown-col-ored and nearly furnitureless, had been a hallway for most students and a study group meeting area for others.
"It was pretty filthy and it really looked terrible," Kamieniecki said. "Now (there are) Leavey Library and other places where students can study. It'll add to the appearance of the building."
Others said the construction work is a nuisance but welcomed the addition of a newly renovated lounge.
"I think it's inconvenient for everyone right now," said Carol Rush, director of recruiting and admissions in the School of (See VKC, page 2)
Troy Witt / Daily Troian Gilbert Gallego adds a finishing touch.
Reduce test anxiety at Learning Center
By Tony Aimone
Staff Writer
Students needing to sharpen their skills or reduce test anxiety are encouraged to stop by the Learning Center to receive learning assistance or improve study techniques.
"There are skills to help you study that go beyond reading and writing," said Kate Canada, a graduate assistant at the Learning Center who led a workshop called "Study Your Way to an A" Wednesday afternoon in the Student Union Building, Room 301. "Even though these are skills, students should know them so well that they become second nature. People around the university need to learn how to tap into them."
There are five major studying skills, one of which is motivation, she said.
It is important for students to motivate themselves to study because then they can persevere through their classes, she said. Without motiva-
tion, students would not read or write. Some might not even study.
Another important skill is setting goals, Canada said. Student should have many short-term goals, three medium-term goals and three longterm goals.
An example of a short-term goal may be getting an A, a medium-term goal may be getting into one or the schools and a long-term goal may be graduation.
Students should attempt to complete their short-term goals in approximately three to six montns, she said. Medium-term goals should be completed in a year or two. A longterm goal may take five years to complete.
Even though goals are important, students also have to be realistic about them, Canada said.
Canada also discussed responsibilities and concentration.
(See Center, page 2)
Project to improve commuter traffic
By Erin Phibbs
Staff Writer
In an effort to improve service to commuters on interstate 10, transportation planners began the Santa Monica Smart Corridor .
Demonstration Project, which its supporters hope will provide faster side routes and relieve congestion for those driving into downtown.
"It's basically an automated, guiding information system which will help
reduce delays------------------
and traffic backup when bi incidents occur, some of whic result in full freeway closure for hours at a time," said Clara Potes Fellow of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. "With the Smart Corridor Program, the information given to drivers can speed up traffic and motorists
With the Smart Corridor
Program, the information given to drivers can speed up traffic...
—Clara Potes Fellow MTA official
will be able to use alternative routes to avoid congestion."
The project, which took six years to design, construct and integrate, involves the use of technological equipment Congestion is detected and an ————— automated analysis produces a recommended action.
The system can send messages to motorists via changeable freeway message signs, controlling signals and ramp meters . It may also involve sending traffic information via Highway Advisory Radio and Telephone, the Internet and local news to help motorists find faster routes.
The project will coordinate traffic control among Caltrans, the California Highway Patrol, Los Angeles Department of
(See Commuters, page 11)
Depression awareness day guides students
By Jason S. Grant
Staff Writer
Students learned that depression is a treatable illness and were advised on where to seek help at a National Depression Screening Day last week.
The event was sponsored by the USC Student Counseling Center and National Mental Illness Screening Project.
"Many who are depressed don't get help and so this is one way to reach out," said Brad King, director of student counseling services.
King said 90 percent of students can be helped through various methods, including psychotherapy and medication. The first step, however, is recognizing that the problem exists.
Joelle Reizes, assistant director of National Depression Screening Day, said students think
(See Depression, page 2)
Annenberg Airport
Troy Wttt / Dally Trajan
Student* walk through an airport scene in the lobby of Annenberg, where the stage was Mt for the filming of the ABC movie “Relativity."

Thursday October 24,19% Vol.CXXIXNo.40
Headlines
Women of Troy end UCLA curse
The USC women's soccer team rallied twice to beat UCLA for the first time in six tries, 3-2, at the Coliseum on Wednesday. USC is now 12-4 on the year and 4-2 in Pac-10 play.
Sports, page 16
L.A. not just a cement metropolis
Despite the fact that Los Angeles may seem like a large, daunting city full of cement and metal, there's much to be found in the way of hiking trails in and around the city.
Diversions, page 8
Why we should care about welfare
Welfare reform has left many American children hungry and discouraged. Editorial writer Michael Baker tells us why we should pay attention to the reform act, and how to take action against it.
Viewpoint, page 4
F.Y.I.
Photo exhibit opens, discussion
Eyewitness 1996, an exhibition of press photographs of 1995 as selected by the World Press Photo Foundation, will be on display at the Simon Wiesenthal Center's Museum of Tolerance through Nov. 17.
Eyewitness 1996 presents the major events, issues and personalities of 1995. The more than 175 award-winning color and black and white images were chosen from almost 30,000 entries.
For more information, call (310) 553-9036.
• t •
"The Impact of Japan's Past on Her Future,' will be discussed today at the Fairfax Older Adult Service and Information System (OASIS) Center, 6282 W. Third St. in Los Angeles.
The discussions, co-sponsored by USC's Emeriti Center, start at 10:30 a.m. and end at noon. Admission is free and the public is invited. For more information, call (213) 931-8969.
Newspaper of the University of Southern California
New pavilion replaces VKC lounge
By Nik Trendowski
Slaff Writer
Construction on the Von KleinSmid Center lounge will transform the space into a new pavilion for environmental studies and student groups by mid-November.
The Tyler Environmental Prize Pavilion, named for donors John and Alice Tyler, includes the renovation of the first-floor lounge and surrounding hallways, a total of 2,950 square feet, according to information from the Office of Planning, Design and Construction.
Sheldon Kamieniecki, chair of the department of political science and director of the environmental studies program, said the pavilion will be dedicated during a conference on environmental science, policy and global security on Nov. 18 and 19.
"They're doing a really nice job," Kamieniecki said. "It should be beautiful."
Kamieniecki said that environmental stud-
ies events would have first priority to use the new lounge and that Student Action for the Environment and other student groups would be able to arrange to use the pavilion during other times.
"It's taking space that really wasn't being used and making it available,' he said.
The lounge, which was dank, brown-col-ored and nearly furnitureless, had been a hallway for most students and a study group meeting area for others.
"It was pretty filthy and it really looked terrible," Kamieniecki said. "Now (there are) Leavey Library and other places where students can study. It'll add to the appearance of the building."
Others said the construction work is a nuisance but welcomed the addition of a newly renovated lounge.
"I think it's inconvenient for everyone right now," said Carol Rush, director of recruiting and admissions in the School of (See VKC, page 2)
Troy Witt / Daily Troian Gilbert Gallego adds a finishing touch.
Reduce test anxiety at Learning Center
By Tony Aimone
Staff Writer
Students needing to sharpen their skills or reduce test anxiety are encouraged to stop by the Learning Center to receive learning assistance or improve study techniques.
"There are skills to help you study that go beyond reading and writing," said Kate Canada, a graduate assistant at the Learning Center who led a workshop called "Study Your Way to an A" Wednesday afternoon in the Student Union Building, Room 301. "Even though these are skills, students should know them so well that they become second nature. People around the university need to learn how to tap into them."
There are five major studying skills, one of which is motivation, she said.
It is important for students to motivate themselves to study because then they can persevere through their classes, she said. Without motiva-
tion, students would not read or write. Some might not even study.
Another important skill is setting goals, Canada said. Student should have many short-term goals, three medium-term goals and three longterm goals.
An example of a short-term goal may be getting an A, a medium-term goal may be getting into one or the schools and a long-term goal may be graduation.
Students should attempt to complete their short-term goals in approximately three to six montns, she said. Medium-term goals should be completed in a year or two. A longterm goal may take five years to complete.
Even though goals are important, students also have to be realistic about them, Canada said.
Canada also discussed responsibilities and concentration.
(See Center, page 2)
Project to improve commuter traffic
By Erin Phibbs
Staff Writer
In an effort to improve service to commuters on interstate 10, transportation planners began the Santa Monica Smart Corridor .
Demonstration Project, which its supporters hope will provide faster side routes and relieve congestion for those driving into downtown.
"It's basically an automated, guiding information system which will help
reduce delays------------------
and traffic backup when bi incidents occur, some of whic result in full freeway closure for hours at a time," said Clara Potes Fellow of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. "With the Smart Corridor Program, the information given to drivers can speed up traffic and motorists
With the Smart Corridor
Program, the information given to drivers can speed up traffic...
—Clara Potes Fellow MTA official
will be able to use alternative routes to avoid congestion."
The project, which took six years to design, construct and integrate, involves the use of technological equipment Congestion is detected and an ————— automated analysis produces a recommended action.
The system can send messages to motorists via changeable freeway message signs, controlling signals and ramp meters . It may also involve sending traffic information via Highway Advisory Radio and Telephone, the Internet and local news to help motorists find faster routes.
The project will coordinate traffic control among Caltrans, the California Highway Patrol, Los Angeles Department of
(See Commuters, page 11)
Depression awareness day guides students
By Jason S. Grant
Staff Writer
Students learned that depression is a treatable illness and were advised on where to seek help at a National Depression Screening Day last week.
The event was sponsored by the USC Student Counseling Center and National Mental Illness Screening Project.
"Many who are depressed don't get help and so this is one way to reach out," said Brad King, director of student counseling services.
King said 90 percent of students can be helped through various methods, including psychotherapy and medication. The first step, however, is recognizing that the problem exists.
Joelle Reizes, assistant director of National Depression Screening Day, said students think
(See Depression, page 2)
Annenberg Airport
Troy Wttt / Dally Trajan
Student* walk through an airport scene in the lobby of Annenberg, where the stage was Mt for the filming of the ABC movie “Relativity."